Important FAQs regarding NITTE Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences

Q. Is NUINS Mangalore government approved?

A. NUINS Mangalore is affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS) and approved by Indian Nursing Council (INC), controlled by Government of India.

Q. What is the course fee of BSc (Nursing) at NUINS Mangalore?

A. The annual course fee of BSc (Nursing) is Rs 74,450.

Q. What all courses are offered at NUINS Mangalore?

A. At NUINS Mangalore, programmes such as BSc (Nursing), Post Basic BSc (Nursing), MSc (Nursing) and PhD (Nursing) at UG, PG and doctorate level. Additionally, the institute offers two diploma programmes, namely General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) and Post Basic Diploma in Dialysis Nursing. 

Q. What is the seat intake of BSc (Nursing) and Post Basic BSc (Nursing) at NUINS Mangalore? 

A. The annual intake of the institute is 100 and 20 for BSc (Nursing) and Post Basic BSc (Nursing) at NUINS.

Q. What is the admission process of BSc (Nursing) at NUINS Mangalore?

A. Admission to BSc (Nursing) is based on the score obtained in an entrance exam conducted by NITTE University. Candidate should have passed Class 12 with PCB stream and must have obtained a minimum of 45% aggregate. 

Q. What is the fee structure of MSc (Nursing) at NUINS Mangalore?

A. The annual course fee of MSc (Nursing) is Rs 1,06,000.

Q. What is the selection process for PB BSc (Nursing) at NUINS?

A. PB BSc (Nursing) admission is based on candidate’s academic portfolio, followed by a Personal Interview (PI). A registered nurse (RN and RM) or equivalent can apply for the course.

Q. Is there any age limit for admission in BSc (Nursing) at NUINS Mangalore? 

A. Yes, candidates should have completed 17 years of age as on December 31 of the year of admission.

Q. How many seats are offered in MSc (Nursing) at NUINS Mangalore?

A. An annual intake of 10 seats is offered in MSc (Nursing) at NITTE Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences.

Q. What is the selection criteria for MSc (Nursing) at NUINS?

A. MSc (Nursing) admission is based on the scores obtained in the entrance exam conducted by NITTE University, followed by a PI round. A candidate pass in BSc (Nursing) or Post Basic BSc Nursing can apply for the course.

Q. What all diploma programmes are offered at NUINS?

A. NUINS offers two diploma programmes comprising of General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) and Post Basic Diploma in Dialysis Nursing.

Q. What is the seat intake of Diploma programmes offered at NUINS Mangalore?

A. The annual intake of GNM and PBD in Dialysis Nursing is 60 and six seats, respectively.

Q. What all companies visit for placements at NUINS Mangalore?

A. Various medical giants visit NUINS Mangalore for placements such as Max Health Care Pvt. Ltd, Ruby Hall Clinic, Kokilaben Dirubhai Ambani Hospital and Medical Research, Fortis Hospital, Global Health Pvt Ltd, Apollo Group of Hospitals and many more.